3 Michelin-Starred Chef Nacho Manzano To Helm Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel’s Culinary Program

Nestling in Portugal’s Douro Valley, Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel is thrilled to welcome three Michelin-starred Spanish Chef Nacho Manzano at the helm of its culinary program. Under an exclusive partnership, Chef Manzano will oversee the hotel’s dining establishments: 1638 Restaurant & Wine Bar and Boa Vista Terrace.

Chef Nacho Manzano to helm Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel’s culinary program

Three-Michelin-starred Chef Nacho Manzano brings his tried-and-true family traditions, revered legacy and rich culinary heritage to Northern Spain’s Asturias region to the hotel in Portugal’s Douro Valley wine country, which is scheduled to open next month.

Nacho Manzano was born in La Salgar, a small village in Asturias, Spain. He began by working in his family’s restaurant where he formed a deep connection with the flavors and traditions of his homeland while cooking his grandmother’s passed-down and treasured recipes.

Years later, Nacho transformed Casa Marcial, a simple local restaurant and family home, into one of the most acclaimed restaurants in Spain, which was awarded its third Michelin star in 2024.

Meanwhile, Chef Manzano now brings his unique culinary acumen to Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia’s 1638 Restaurant and Wine Bar by Nacho Manzano. Here, Manzano’s tasting menu will showcase haute cuisine, paired with award-winning Kopke wines.

Moreover, the prestigious chef will also oversee Boa Vista Terrace by Nacho Manzano. The terrace features a casual sharing concept with panoramic views over the Douro River and the city of Porto. The Boa Vista Terrace will also offer banqueting menus for special occasions, weddings and corporate events.

‘A truly exceptional and distinctive culinary program’

Francisco Viana Brito, General Manager of Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel said in a statement:

We are thrilled with this partnership, which brings a truly exceptional and distinctive culinary program to our hotel, and to Portugal’s North region.

With this collaboration, Nacho Manzano and Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia will write a beautiful Portuguese story, inspired by both the Douro region and Asturias, Spain.

Nacho Manzano, Consulting Chef for Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia Hotel adds:

Northern Portugal and Northern Spain share not only climate and character but also a similar culinary essence, which I love to blend for a combined local and international appeal.

Rooted in both tradition and modernity, the menus we will present are based on premium-quality ingredients, a deep culinary heritage, and a universal spirit. Not forgetting that wines will take a special role, combining the pureness of classic culinary with the elegance of Kopke wines.

More about the restaurants

– 1638 Restaurant & Wine Bar by Nacho Manzano

Offering stunning views of Porto and a timeless atmosphere, 1638 Restaurant & Wine Bar by Nacho Manzano will take guests on an incredible culinary adventure, while showcasing the purity of each ingredient. It will feature a philosophy of minimal intervention and techniques, like steaming and low-temperature cooking, to honor and enhance the ingredients’ finest qualities.

The restaurant’s signature tasting menu will change every two months and will be paired with exquisite wines from the Douro region. These will include the renowned Kopke Port wines and Douro DOC still wines from Quinta de São Luiz and Quinta da Boavista. Moreover, the 1638 Restaurant & Wine Bar will proudly feature the widest range of Kopke Ports, including some very rare and unique selections, including the Kopke Harvest 1934.

– Boa Vista Terrace by Nacho Manzano

Boa Vista Terrace is a relaxed restaurant, that combines all-day dining with attractive interior design and a warm ambiance. This makes it an ideal spot for a quick snack, a business lunch or dinner, or a casual meal with friends and family.

The restaurant’s international menu draws its roots from the Atlantic and is destined to become one of the best places to dine in Porto.

About Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia

Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia will open in February and will set a new standard for luxury hospitality in the northern region of Portugal. It will combine Tivoli Hotels & Resorts’ heritage of timeless travel with the storied history and legacy of Kopke, the oldest Port Wine House in the world, established in 1638.

Kopke Port Wine Cellar is older than Douro’s demarcated region and a leader in the production of tawny and white port. Meanwhile, the wine cellar adjoins the hotel and will be one of the most exclusive attractions, where guests will enjoy an immersive experience in the world of the most recognized fortified wine.

In addition to its restaurants, the new hotel will also feature a pool bar and the Sky Bar Kopke, a rooftop specializing in signature Port cocktails with captivating views over Porto.

With a journey that dates to 1933 in Lisbon, Tivoli Hotels & Resorts is renowned for its cultural heritage and genuine connection to each destination. The brand has expanded from Portugal to Brazil, Qatar and China. Moreover, the brand has been growing its footprint further into Europe with the first openings in Spain, Italy and the Netherlands. Tivoli Kopke Porto Gaia will be the ninth property in Portugal.

Readers can learn more about the new hotel on its official website. Find out more about Tivoli Hotels & Resorts here.